Exploratory Metropolis Photography

Brian Kelley Captures the Essence of New York City

As part of a new series, titled '36 Frames,' Highsnobiety enlisted photographer Brian Kelley to capture the whirlwind metropolis of NYC in just a handful of shots.

Kelley manages lookbooks and photographic projects for San Francisco-based brand HUF. However, he has recently gotten himself a studio space with fellow photographers and friends Cole Barash, Michael Tessier and Meron Menghistab. As for his content, Kelley explains, “Mostly what I shoot on the Ricoh is taken on my daily walk or skate from my apartment to the studio. Cars, people, the occasional dog with crazy eyes, graffiti, friends and whatever else catches my eye.”

Kelley's experience of New York City is proudly displayed in his photographs; they portray the grit, humanity and character of one of the most famous cities in the world.

Exploratory Metropolis Photography
Opportunity for photographers to capture the essence and character of urban environments in a unique and engaging way.

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Art galleries and photography studios can exhibit and sell exploratory metropolis photography as a form of contemporary art.
SCORE
3.4 out of 10
GENDER
50% Men50% Women
MARKETTop markets: North America, Europe, Asia
GENERATION
  • Gen Z
  • Gen Alpha
  • Millennial (primary audience)
  • Gen X (primary audience)
POPULARITY
Popularity 82%
Activity 13%
Freshness 8%